Kia ora, I’m Keri – an experienced Counsellor, Human Performance Coach, and Clinical Supervisor with a strong commitment to reflective, ethical, and growth-oriented practice across every aspect of my work.
For many years, I have worked with individuals, couples, groups, and teams seeking not only relief from distress, but a deeper, more sustainable way of living and functioning. My clients may be navigating trauma, anxiety, pressure, transition, or emotional strain; others come to strengthen resilience, expand self-awareness, enhance performance, and create meaningful change in their personal or professional lives.
My approach is integrative, thoughtful, and highly tailored. Drawing on counselling, coaching, nervous system regulation, and somatic practice, I offer work that is both compassionate and discerning – attentive to the whole person and responsive to their unique history, needs, and aspirations. Central to my philosophy is the belief that even in the midst of difficulty, people carry capacities and wisdom that can be engaged in service of healing, growth, and transformation.
I completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling at Swansea University in 1997, and have since undertaken extensive further training in trauma, addictions, mental health, mindfulness, hypnotherapy, somatic approaches, supervision, and performance-focused practice.
My professional training also includes HeartMath and polyvagal-informed work, including the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP), Rest and Restore Protocol (RRP), and Integrated Listening System (ILS), all of which can support nervous system regulation, emotional resilience, and deeper therapeutic integration.
I have a longstanding interest in the relationship between body and mind, and where appropriate I may incorporate movement, exercise, and somatic modalities such as Feldenkrais, Tai Chi, resistance training, gym-based support, and massage-based work.
In addition, my training in Functional Diagnostic Nutrition (FDN) and Hair Mineral Analysis allows me to bring a broader, more holistic lens to wellbeing when relevant.
My practice is particularly well suited to those who are motivated, open-minded, and ready to engage deeply in the process of change – people seeking a thoughtful, high-quality, and individualised therapeutic experience.
FAQs
Sessions & Retreats
I offer in-person and online sessions via Zoom, along with immersive work through ROAR Retreats.
Qualifications and Professional Development
Core Qualifications
• Registered Psychiatric Nurse (West Glamorgan School of Nursing, UK)
• Post Graduate Diploma in Counselling (University of Wales)
• Postgraduate Certificate in Mental Health (University of Otago)
• Advanced Practice Certificate in Mental Health (University of Otago)
• Diploma in Applied Addictions Counselling (Te Taketake)
• Diploma in Clinical Hypnosis and Advanced Hypnotherapy (NZSCH)
• Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner
• Hair Mineral Analysis Practitioner
Clinical and Professional Training
• Certificate of Supervisory Management (Orcare Management, UK)
• Certificate in Cognitive and Behavioural Interventions (University of Wales, UK)
• Certificate in Clinical Supervision (College of Information and Technology)
• Certificate in Calming and Restraint and Bicultural Training (Lakes DHB)
• QPR Advanced Suicide Risk Assessment Training
• ACT Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Training
• Certificate in Emotional Regulation Group Training (Victoria University)
• Mindfulness-Based Addiction Recovery Group Training
• Werry Workforce Train the Trainers (SACS ABC, TUTURU)
• He Puna Whakaata - Māori values-based workshop
• Kaitiaki Ahurea - enhancing engagement and outcomes in Māori communities
• Certificate in Dealing with Disclosures of Sexual Harm (Respect Aotearoa)
• ACT for Trauma Certificate (Psychwire / Russ Harris)
• Diploma in EMDR (Centre of Excellence)
• Diploma in DBT (Centre of Excellence)
Recent Advanced Training
• Pūrākau Motivational Interviewing (16-hour workshop with Tipene Pickett)
• Integrative Sex and Couples Certification (Tammy Nelson)
• ADHD Clinical Services Provider Certification (Stephani Sarkis, PhD)
• Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional (Tammy Nelson, PhD)
• Certificate in Treating Trauma and Eating Disorders (PESI)
• Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Level 1 (J. Eric Gentry)
• Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Level 2 (Arielle Schwartz, PhD)
• Single Session Family Consultation Certification
• HeartMath Interventions Practitioner Certification
Polyvagal and Listening-Based Interventions
• Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) Certification - in training
• Integrated Listening System (ILS) Certification - in training
• Rest and Restore Program (RRP) Certification - in training
Professional Registrations
• Registered Practitioner Member of the Drug and Alcohol Practitioners Association of Aotearoa-New Zealand (DAPAANZ)
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Paraparaumu, Kapiti Coast
August, 2026
Monday
August 26,2019
- Tuesday
- 9:00am - 10:00am
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